David Bedford - Beatles Historian/Expert

Nov 15

Episode Summary

David Bedford, from Liverpool, England, is one of the world's leading historians and authorities on the Beatles and the city. David discusses the impact of Liverpool on John, Paul, George and Ringo, and he gives us the fascinating backstories on two Liverpool-centric Beatles songs: "Penny Lane" and "Strawberry Fields Forever". You will learn things about the Beatles that you never knew before! A Must-Listen!

Episode Notes

David Bedford is one of the world’s foremost Beatles and Liverpool historians and experts. He’s written books on the Fab Four, is a Beatles tour guide, and had a prominent role in the documentary “Looking For Lennon”.

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In this episode, David and Robert discuss:

How American music got to Liverpool
Liverpool today
The Beatles in Liverpool
Paul’s return to Liverpool with James Corden
The inside story of "Penny Lane"
The inside story of "Strawberry Fields Forever"

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